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Deliciously cooked stuffed chicken breast with herbs and vegetables

Sweet-Spicy Blackberry Cheese-Stuffed Chicken

A delicious combination of sweet blackberry jam and spicy chili flakes stuffed inside tender chicken breasts, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup blackberry preserves or jam
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1–2 teaspoons chili flakes or chili paste Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
For the Cheese Filling
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened Soften at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or mild cheddar cheese Use mild cheese for gentle melt
For Garnish (Optional)
  • Fresh blackberries For garnish
  • Fresh parsley or thyme For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and set a rack in the middle.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, honey, chili flakes, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth and well blended. Taste and adjust heat.
  3. Carefully slice a pocket into each chicken breast, keeping an edge so that the filling stays inside.
  4. Stuff each pocket with the cheese mixture and press closed with your fingers.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. When the oil is shimmering, sear the stuffed chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
  2. Transfer the seared breasts to a baking dish and spread blackberry preserves over the top of each breast.
  3. Bake for 25 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part.
  4. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh blackberries and parsley or thyme.

Notes

You can prepare the stuffed chicken in advance and refrigerate before baking. Adjust the amount of chili to suit your family's taste. Slice into a sandwich for leftovers.